Substation Physical Design Engineer – Contract-to-Hire

Brooksource

Richmond (VA)

Sur place

USD 48 000 - 55 000

Plein temps

Il y a 8 jours

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Résumé du poste

Brooksource's Fortune 300 utility client is hiring an Associate Engineer to join the physical design team within their Electric Transmission Substation Engineering department, helping shape the future of a high voltage electric grid operating from 69 kV to 500 kV.

You will support detailed design and construction review for the physical design of electrical substations, covering both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities. Occasional travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

0–2 years of engineering experience in internship, co-op, academic project, coursework, or early-career role.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred) that satisfies applicable Engineer job-series criteria.
Basic understanding of AC/DC fundamentals.
Strong time management skills, with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.

Responsabilités

Support detailed design and construction review for the physical design of electrical substations, covering both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities.
Create and maintain standard drawings for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
Develop engineering packages and perform calculations and analysis to make sure designs comply with industry standards.
Exercise independent judgment in evaluating and selecting engineering techniques and criteria, adapting your approach to moderately complex challenges.
Prepare and review key substation documents, including one-line diagrams, general arrangements, elevations, conduit and foundation plans, cable schedules, ground grid plans, and bills of material.
Collaborate with other disciplines on grading plan development, steel structures, and bus design.
Make site visits to support construction activities, with occasional site work and travel (up to 25%) that can include outdoor conditions and exposure to energized equipment.